Book ID: 94452
Flora of New Zealand
Lichens, by David J. Galloway. 2 volumes. 2nd revised and augmented edition. 2007. 16 col. plates. CXXX, 2261 p. gr8vo. Hardcover.
New Zealand is noteworthy for the richness and diversity of lichenmycobiota, and since the publication of the first edition of this book1985 knowledge of New Zealand lichens increased by over 60% in termsof numbers of genera and species. This new edition covers 1706 taxain 354 genera. It will be of interest to lichenologists in all countriesand especially those of the South Pacific and Southern America. Keysto genera. Genera arranged alphabetically. Detailed description ofeach genus, and a commentary. Keys to species, detailed descriptionsof species. Biogeography, distribution, ecology, synonyms, etc. Theauthor included lichenicolous fungi in the treatment this time.